← All restaurants in Betancuria
As of: July 2026 (updated regularly)
Betancuria is the only village on Fuerteventura to hold a Michelin star, accessible only via winding mountain roads in the island’s interior. Anyone looking for the best restaurants in Betancuria will find them in the island’s oldest settlement and historic capital. Seven restaurants here serve traditional Canary Islands dishes rather than mass-produced fare. On the plates you’ll find cabrito – goat meat – served with mojo and Queso Majorero, which has a Protected Designation of Origin. Casa Santa María has garnered more than 1,800 reviews. All around, the barren mountain landscape remains as quiet as the village itself.
A Michelin star and goat’s cheese in a mountain village
Betancuria isn’t really the sort of place for an evening meal. It’s at its best at lunchtime, between 2 pm and 4 pm. A ‚menú del día‘ costs between 12 and 14 euros for three courses. It’s worth booking a table at Casa Santa María, especially around Easter and in August. In the smaller restaurants, guests are advised to pay in cash. Knowing some Spanish helps, as the menus are rarely translated. Cabrito and Majorero cheese are a must on every order.
Tips for your visit
The seven restaurants are scattered throughout the narrow alleyways, several of them near the Church of Santa Maria de Betancuria in the historic town centre. The Casa de comidas Valtarajal on Calle Roberto Roldán tops the ratings with 4.8 stars. Some of the restaurants are housed in restored old buildings with thick stone walls. From the terraces, the view stretches out over the mountainous landscape of the island’s interior.
Two cafés nestle amongst the whitewashed façades, serving coffee in shaded courtyards. A single bar completes the picture. Guests sit there after a stroll through the former island capital, watching the light traffic on the main road.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any restaurants in Betancuria with outdoor terraces or sea views?
Betancuria is situated in the mountainous interior of Fuerteventura, so there are no sea views here. However, several of the seven restaurants do have outdoor terraces. From there, you can enjoy views of the Church of Santa Maria de Betancuria or the surrounding mountainous landscape.
Which restaurants in Betancuria are also frequented by locals?
Betancuria is a quiet, historic mountain village, and the seven restaurants are very much geared towards day trippers. Locals do, however, visit some of the establishments, particularly for Canary Islands cuisine featuring the regional Majorero goat’s cheese.
How much do restaurants in Betancuria cost on average?
Prices in the seven restaurants are mostly in the mid-range. Main courses cost around 10 to 15 euros. Dishes featuring the regional Majorero cheese or set menus in restaurants catering to tourists tend to be slightly more expensive.
Opening hours and other details are subject to change; please check before visiting.
All restaurant profiles for the Canary Islands can be found at www.Kanaren-Kleinanzeigen.com.